How sugar affects Parkinsons symptoms
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how sugar levels might change the way Parkinsons disease feels. If you have mild to moderate Parkinsons, you may be able to join and help researchers learn more about the role of food in your symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinsons disease
- Your symptoms are mild to moderate (rated Hoehn and Yahr stage between 1.5 and 3)
- You can safely skip your Parkinsons medication in the morning
- You are between 50 and 80 years old
- You do not have diabetes or prediabetes
- You are not taking certain medications that affect blood sugar (like steroids, some blood pressure or psychiatric drugs, etc.)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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